Woods Charter School

I'm surprised Great Schools only rates Woods Charter 9 out of 10. I've had kids in two Chapel Hill elementary schools, and switched to Woods Chartered to help our kids get a better education. Teachers like Ms. Green, just to name one of many outstanding teachers, made a real difference in my daughter's life. Woods does have to do more with less money, which may help explain the 9 rating, but the people involved in making everything work out are outstanding. The single biggest problem at Woods is the painful lottery to get in. I hope with the recent change in NC law, more great schools like Woods Charter can be created.
--Submitted by a parent

Small charter school; teachers care about the students; small class sizes. Parents volunteer a lot. My 2 grandchildren really like going to this school. It is K-12 so there is none of this redistricting and the students learn their way around very quickly.
--Submitted by a parent

This is my daughter's 3rd year in the high school at Woods. We've been very happy with the school. Although before 9th grade she'd been begging to attend the big high school to which we were districted, we wanted the small school experience for her. Two weeks after starting she said 'Mom, I'm so glad you sent me to Woods - it's like going to my other family.'
--Submitted by a parent

This is our 4th year at Woods. We have children in elementary, middle and high school here. All have done very well. The teachers are very accessible and always willing to give help when needed to every student. Since it is a small school everyone gets to know everyone so you feel comfortable about who you child is hanging out with. Parents are very involved and it shows in all the activities offered at Woods
--Submitted by a parent

The small classes, personalized attention, and the enthusiasm of the instructors.
--Submitted by a parent

The teachers are committed to ensuring that every student is successful. The classes are interesting and engaging. All learning styles are accommodated. The students and teachers don't leave anyone out. Teachers are responsive to parents. My kid tells me every day how much she loves her school!
--Submitted by a parent

I can't say enough good things about this school. My son is medically and developmentally disabled and Woods has done everything he needs to help him. They worked with us way above and beyond what our base school would do. Because of their support, my son has caught up with his peers and no longer needs extra services. I can't say enough good things about this school.
--Submitted by a parent

After having taught in public schools in Virginia and North Carolina, I left teaching altogether. I was disenchanted with the general idea of teaching after all I had seen at the public schools. A friend let me know of an opening at Woods, and I have never been so happy in my life. The administration here is wonderful, the faculty are superb, the parents are involved and supportive at the same time, and everyone who is here every single day seems genuinely happy to be at school. The facility is wonderful!
--Submitted by a teacher

I adore Woods! It has such a unique environment that is kind and supporting and completely lacking in the malicious groups of students that I have experienced at other schools. The teachers(as well as the students) are kind and supportive and will go out of their way for your well being and comfort. The classes are harder then at a 'normal' school, and there aren't as many 'fun classes', but even the most difficult classes are made fun by the teachers and students, and you receive a higher quality of education. It's so easy to make friends there. When I first came to Woods, I had had very bad experiences at other schools and I didn't trust anyone, but(if you read this Mr. Brian, I apologize for my comma splices and run on sentences and this randomly inserted apology) everyone was kind and caring and this is the best school ever!
--Submitted by a student

Woods Charter is a place where students need not be ashamed of loving knowledge. The standards are extremely high, but every child is encouraged and helped to do their absolute best. An outstanding principal, staff, and parent ivolvement is the most commited I have ever experienced.
--Submitted by a parent